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De mieux en mieux: le XIVè Dalaï Lama serait un traitre!
by Carambar74
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Bonjour CARAMBAR 74,
Je suis incapable d'accéder à votre article en cliquant sur le lien.
Cela m'intéresse.
Au Plaisir!
isis03
🤪 On aura tout vu!!!! voir l'article
Je suis incapable d'accéder à votre article en cliquant sur le lien.
Cela m'intéresse.
Au Plaisir!
isis03
🤪 On aura tout vu!!!! voir l'article
" Ce que nous sommes n'est rien, ce que nous cherchons est tout." (Friedrich Holderlin)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
Salut pareil je tombe sur ton site mais où se trouve l'article en question?
GLAC
GLAC
Vivre est très rare dans ce monde , la plupart des gens se contente d'exister!
Bonjour CARAMBAR,
Merci! pour le lien.
Je partage l'idée de l'auteur donné au dernier paragraphe de l'article, en guise de conclusion :
http://www.french.xinhuanet.com/...1/content_503956.htm
copier/coller
« L'essence spirituelle des principes et canons du bouddhisme tibétain comprend les bases essentielles de l'observation des règles, de la sincérité, de l'équilibre, à part égale avec la richesse, l'altruisme et l'harmonie, qui sont aussi les bases d'une pratique saine du bouddhisme depuis 2 000 ans, que les bouddhistes cultivent eux-mêmes par la méditation et qui encouragent à faire le bien. Cependant, le 14e Dalaï lama a interprété le bouddhisme divin à des fins politiques et trompé délibérément le public, ce qui démontre pleinement son hypocrisie. »
Je vais suivre votre post attentivement.
Au Plaisir!
isis03
Merci! pour le lien.
Je partage l'idée de l'auteur donné au dernier paragraphe de l'article, en guise de conclusion :
http://www.french.xinhuanet.com/...1/content_503956.htm
copier/coller
« L'essence spirituelle des principes et canons du bouddhisme tibétain comprend les bases essentielles de l'observation des règles, de la sincérité, de l'équilibre, à part égale avec la richesse, l'altruisme et l'harmonie, qui sont aussi les bases d'une pratique saine du bouddhisme depuis 2 000 ans, que les bouddhistes cultivent eux-mêmes par la méditation et qui encouragent à faire le bien. Cependant, le 14e Dalaï lama a interprété le bouddhisme divin à des fins politiques et trompé délibérément le public, ce qui démontre pleinement son hypocrisie. »
Je vais suivre votre post attentivement.
Au Plaisir!
isis03
" Ce que nous sommes n'est rien, ce que nous cherchons est tout." (Friedrich Holderlin)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
Bonjour glac, 🙂
Voici le lien:
http://www.french.xinhuanet.com/...1/content_503956.htm
Bonne lecture!
😉 du Québec ...temps gris et froid.
isis03
Voici le lien:
http://www.french.xinhuanet.com/...1/content_503956.htm
Bonne lecture!
😉 du Québec ...temps gris et froid.
isis03
" Ce que nous sommes n'est rien, ce que nous cherchons est tout." (Friedrich Holderlin)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
Bonjour,
Cet article est un grossier gaspillage d'électrons par un torchon propagandiste, visant à justifier l'invasion du Tibet et la mainmise de Pékin sur les institutions religieuses tibétaines. Quant à ce dernier paragraphe, il est d'autant plus risible qu'en termes d'hypocrisie et tromperie du public, Pékin peut donner des lessons urbi et orbi, alors qu'en matière de sincérité et d'altruisme, ils peuvent repasser ! Ca s'appelle vraiment avoir plus de culôt que de vertu !
Ceci étant, il ne faut pas non plus se leurrer quant à la soit-disant pureté du bouddhisme tibétain avant l'arrivée des Chinois: il s'agissait effectivement d'un régime féodal théocratique et les fonctions de Dalaï-lama, Panchen-lama et autres étaient tout autant, voire plus, politiques que religieuses.
Notons qu'il ne s'agit pas d'une particularité strictement tibétaine, tous les courants bouddhistes, même ceux présentés comme strictement méditatifs, ayant institué une hiérarchie cléricale et accumulé de l'influence économique et/ou politique ont à un moment ou un autre abusé de leur position. Pour exemple, je vous suggère de vous renseigner sur l'histoire des moines du Mont Hiei près de Kyoto, qui avaient une fâcheuse tendance à rançonner la population locale sous couvert de "demander" l'aumone et ont donné moult fil à retordre à Oda Nobunaga au 16è siècle, ou de considérer qu'à Kyoto, le temple du Higashi Honganji a récemment fait amende honorable quant à son soutien pour des raisons doctrinales à la propagande militariste et expansioniste du Japon dans les années 1930 ...
Cet article est un grossier gaspillage d'électrons par un torchon propagandiste, visant à justifier l'invasion du Tibet et la mainmise de Pékin sur les institutions religieuses tibétaines. Quant à ce dernier paragraphe, il est d'autant plus risible qu'en termes d'hypocrisie et tromperie du public, Pékin peut donner des lessons urbi et orbi, alors qu'en matière de sincérité et d'altruisme, ils peuvent repasser ! Ca s'appelle vraiment avoir plus de culôt que de vertu !
Ceci étant, il ne faut pas non plus se leurrer quant à la soit-disant pureté du bouddhisme tibétain avant l'arrivée des Chinois: il s'agissait effectivement d'un régime féodal théocratique et les fonctions de Dalaï-lama, Panchen-lama et autres étaient tout autant, voire plus, politiques que religieuses.
Notons qu'il ne s'agit pas d'une particularité strictement tibétaine, tous les courants bouddhistes, même ceux présentés comme strictement méditatifs, ayant institué une hiérarchie cléricale et accumulé de l'influence économique et/ou politique ont à un moment ou un autre abusé de leur position. Pour exemple, je vous suggère de vous renseigner sur l'histoire des moines du Mont Hiei près de Kyoto, qui avaient une fâcheuse tendance à rançonner la population locale sous couvert de "demander" l'aumone et ont donné moult fil à retordre à Oda Nobunaga au 16è siècle, ou de considérer qu'à Kyoto, le temple du Higashi Honganji a récemment fait amende honorable quant à son soutien pour des raisons doctrinales à la propagande militariste et expansioniste du Japon dans les années 1930 ...
Bonjour Lula,
Je pars en voyage...j'y reviendrai ultérieurement et répondrai à votre question.
Tout ce qui est lié de près ou de loin à la politique, n'est jamais très sain.
Le débat est ouvert...suivons-le.
Au Plaisir!
isis03
Je pars en voyage...j'y reviendrai ultérieurement et répondrai à votre question.
Tout ce qui est lié de près ou de loin à la politique, n'est jamais très sain.
Le débat est ouvert...suivons-le.
Au Plaisir!
isis03
" Ce que nous sommes n'est rien, ce que nous cherchons est tout." (Friedrich Holderlin)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
Bonjour CalamityGin,
Je trouve votre argumentation intéressante...c'est un point de vue.
Je respecte votre opinion.
Suivons le débat.
Au Plaisir!
isis03
Je trouve votre argumentation intéressante...c'est un point de vue.
Je respecte votre opinion.
Suivons le débat.
Au Plaisir!
isis03
" Ce que nous sommes n'est rien, ce que nous cherchons est tout." (Friedrich Holderlin)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
ha bin merci mesdames 'Lula et Calamitygyn"
j'etais en train de murir loguement une reponse a faire a Isis, et j'avoue que n'arrivant a rester politiquement correct dans mes propos, ma reponse tardait a venir,
sans votre intervention ce poste aurait certainement fini en pujila.
ce que je voulais tout de mem ajouter, c'est que quand bien meme le Dalai Lama aurait d'une manniere ou d'une autre fait une entorce a ces preceptes, peut on vraiment lui en vouloir.... n'y a t'il pas des priorité dans les principes? que ne ferait on pas pour la liberté?
quoi qu'il en soit le prix nobel de la paix il ne l'as pas eu dans un paquet bonux
meme si le regime feaudal du tibet avant l'invasion etait contestable, c'etait au tibetain a decider d'en finir avec ce systeme, c'etait pas a la chine de le faire pour eux.
un peuple qui ne se revolte pas est un peuple consentant.
ce que je voulais tout de mem ajouter, c'est que quand bien meme le Dalai Lama aurait d'une manniere ou d'une autre fait une entorce a ces preceptes, peut on vraiment lui en vouloir.... n'y a t'il pas des priorité dans les principes? que ne ferait on pas pour la liberté?
quoi qu'il en soit le prix nobel de la paix il ne l'as pas eu dans un paquet bonux
meme si le regime feaudal du tibet avant l'invasion etait contestable, c'etait au tibetain a decider d'en finir avec ce systeme, c'etait pas a la chine de le faire pour eux.
un peuple qui ne se revolte pas est un peuple consentant.
Bonjour Carambar,
Merci! de nuancer les propos quant au sujet qui anime ce post sur le Dalaï Lama.
Il y a toujours un prix à payer pour sa liberté ou les prix que l'on reçoit.
Tout se négocie et s'achète.
Pour le bien-être et les intérêts de qui la plupart du temps ?
Vous verrez au fil du temps que j'avais raison de partager l'idée de l'auteur...en partie.
C'est beaucoup plus subtil que vous ne le l'imaginez.
Il faut voir la forêt, non seulement l'arbre.
Soyons attentifs, ouverts et sutout visionnaires!
Bon débat!
isis03
Merci! de nuancer les propos quant au sujet qui anime ce post sur le Dalaï Lama.
Il y a toujours un prix à payer pour sa liberté ou les prix que l'on reçoit.
Tout se négocie et s'achète.
Pour le bien-être et les intérêts de qui la plupart du temps ?
Vous verrez au fil du temps que j'avais raison de partager l'idée de l'auteur...en partie.
C'est beaucoup plus subtil que vous ne le l'imaginez.
Il faut voir la forêt, non seulement l'arbre.
Soyons attentifs, ouverts et sutout visionnaires!
Bon débat!
isis03
" Ce que nous sommes n'est rien, ce que nous cherchons est tout." (Friedrich Holderlin)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
hello Isis,
tu a l'aire de savoir des chose que nous ignorons...
si tu a des info sur la foret qui se cache deriere l'arbre alors dis le nous
de quel subtilité parles tu ?
je ne demande qu'a croire ce que les gens disent, mais je ne peu me contenter de suposition et de sous entendu.
Bonjour CARAMBAR 74,
J'y reviendrai.
isis03
J'y reviendrai.
isis03
" Ce que nous sommes n'est rien, ce que nous cherchons est tout." (Friedrich Holderlin)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
J'avous que je reste un peu sur ma fin et faim....
moi qui m'attendais a un scoop!
je suis impatient que tu y revienne...
Bonjour Isis,
que sommes-nous sensés voir ? Et pourquoi pensez-vous que nous ne soyons pas à même de déceler une éventuelle subtilité dans les positions respectives de la Chine et des mouvements tibétains partisans du Dalaï-lama quant à la situation politique ou religieuse de la région (et du bouddhisme en général) ?
Je m'intéresse au Tibet, à la Chine, et au bouddhisme en général depuis très, très longtemps, et ma connaissance du lamaïsme tibétain et de ses relations avec la Chine est appuyée en partie sur les travaux de spécialistes tels que Maraini (grand spécialiste du Japon aussi), Tosci, etc., qui ont séjourné et étudié cette civilisation et sa religion sur place dans les années 1930, je pense donc avoir un assez bon aperçu du processus historique qui a mené à la situation actuelle, dont les prétentions de la Chine à une légitimité de son invasion du Tibet et à juger de ce qu'est le "vrai bouddhisme". De la propagande tendant à discréditer le Dalaï-lama et tous ceux qui se sont révoltés contre l'invasion chinoise, j'en ai lu et entendu depuis ma petite enfance ...
Etre attentif et avoir l'esprit ouvert, c'est bien, à condition de ne pas l'avoir si ouvert que la cervelle s'en échappe, quant à visionnaire, c'est parfaitement illusoire. Hélas, la philosophie orientale n'est pas supérieure à une quelconque autre, la preuve étant l'état discutable dans lequel tout le continent asiatique s'est retrouvé encore et encore au fil de l'histoire.
Bonjour Carambar,
Merci! de nuancer les propos quant au sujet qui anime ce post sur le Dalaï Lama.
Il y a toujours un prix à payer pour sa liberté ou les prix que l'on reçoit.
Tout se négocie et s'achète.
Pour le bien-être et les intérêts de qui la plupart du temps ?
Vous verrez au fil du temps que j'avais raison de partager l'idée de l'auteur...en partie.
C'est beaucoup plus subtil que vous ne le l'imaginez.
Il faut voir la forêt, non seulement l'arbre.
Soyons attentifs, ouverts et sutout visionnaires!
Bon débat!
isis03
que sommes-nous sensés voir ? Et pourquoi pensez-vous que nous ne soyons pas à même de déceler une éventuelle subtilité dans les positions respectives de la Chine et des mouvements tibétains partisans du Dalaï-lama quant à la situation politique ou religieuse de la région (et du bouddhisme en général) ?
Je m'intéresse au Tibet, à la Chine, et au bouddhisme en général depuis très, très longtemps, et ma connaissance du lamaïsme tibétain et de ses relations avec la Chine est appuyée en partie sur les travaux de spécialistes tels que Maraini (grand spécialiste du Japon aussi), Tosci, etc., qui ont séjourné et étudié cette civilisation et sa religion sur place dans les années 1930, je pense donc avoir un assez bon aperçu du processus historique qui a mené à la situation actuelle, dont les prétentions de la Chine à une légitimité de son invasion du Tibet et à juger de ce qu'est le "vrai bouddhisme". De la propagande tendant à discréditer le Dalaï-lama et tous ceux qui se sont révoltés contre l'invasion chinoise, j'en ai lu et entendu depuis ma petite enfance ...
Etre attentif et avoir l'esprit ouvert, c'est bien, à condition de ne pas l'avoir si ouvert que la cervelle s'en échappe, quant à visionnaire, c'est parfaitement illusoire. Hélas, la philosophie orientale n'est pas supérieure à une quelconque autre, la preuve étant l'état discutable dans lequel tout le continent asiatique s'est retrouvé encore et encore au fil de l'histoire.
Bonjour Carambar,
Merci! de nuancer les propos quant au sujet qui anime ce post sur le Dalaï Lama.
Il y a toujours un prix à payer pour sa liberté ou les prix que l'on reçoit.
Tout se négocie et s'achète.
Pour le bien-être et les intérêts de qui la plupart du temps ?
Vous verrez au fil du temps que j'avais raison de partager l'idée de l'auteur...en partie.
C'est beaucoup plus subtil que vous ne le l'imaginez.
Il faut voir la forêt, non seulement l'arbre.
Soyons attentifs, ouverts et sutout visionnaires!
Bon débat!
isis03
Bonjour CalamytyGin,
Je trouve vos propos toujours intéressants et pertinents à bien des égards.
Vous êtes cultivée et renseignée, ça se voit et s'apprécie.
Après mûre réflexion, j'ai décidé sciemment de ne pas poursuivre ce débat sur ce forum.
Considérant que les enjeux sont à la fois: idéologiques, religieux et géo-politiques, je ne crois pas qu'il faille en débattre sur ce forum.
Le sujet est beaucoup trop délicat. Les esprits partisans pourraient s'enflammer et susciter des propos violents, auxquels je n'ai pas le goût de participer ni de m'exposer.
Ce n'est pas l'objectif visé de ce site qui est dédié au voyage.
Qui plus est, bien que je ne partage pas toutes les visions du Dalaï Lama, je respecte son peuple.
Inutile de me ré-écrire à ce sujet.
Je ne m'investirai pas, ni n'engagerai de polémiques sur ce post, dans un tel débat et prise de position.
Toutefois, je le suivrai.
Je vous remercie de bien vouloir respecter ma décision.
Je vous remercie tout autant de nous tenir informés et de partager avec nous votre connaissance du sujet...sur le titre en exergue.
Restons centrés sur le titre et regardons la forêt plutôt que l'arbre...
Au Plaisir!
isis03
Je trouve vos propos toujours intéressants et pertinents à bien des égards.
Vous êtes cultivée et renseignée, ça se voit et s'apprécie.
Après mûre réflexion, j'ai décidé sciemment de ne pas poursuivre ce débat sur ce forum.
Considérant que les enjeux sont à la fois: idéologiques, religieux et géo-politiques, je ne crois pas qu'il faille en débattre sur ce forum.
Le sujet est beaucoup trop délicat. Les esprits partisans pourraient s'enflammer et susciter des propos violents, auxquels je n'ai pas le goût de participer ni de m'exposer.
Ce n'est pas l'objectif visé de ce site qui est dédié au voyage.
Qui plus est, bien que je ne partage pas toutes les visions du Dalaï Lama, je respecte son peuple.
Inutile de me ré-écrire à ce sujet.
Je ne m'investirai pas, ni n'engagerai de polémiques sur ce post, dans un tel débat et prise de position.
Toutefois, je le suivrai.
Je vous remercie de bien vouloir respecter ma décision.
Je vous remercie tout autant de nous tenir informés et de partager avec nous votre connaissance du sujet...sur le titre en exergue.
Restons centrés sur le titre et regardons la forêt plutôt que l'arbre...
Au Plaisir!
isis03
" Ce que nous sommes n'est rien, ce que nous cherchons est tout." (Friedrich Holderlin)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
Petite correction: c'est le Prof Tucci, pas Tosci, au cas où quelqu'un est intéressé ...
Merci! de cette précision
Bonne Journée!
isis03
Petite correction: c'est le Prof Tucci, pas Tosci, au cas où quelqu'un est intéressé ...
Bonne Journée!
isis03
Petite correction: c'est le Prof Tucci, pas Tosci, au cas où quelqu'un est intéressé ...
" Ce que nous sommes n'est rien, ce que nous cherchons est tout." (Friedrich Holderlin)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
il est toujours facile de faire croire qu on a une carotte et de se retirer par la suite.
il est vrai que le comportement du dalai lama qui reste un homme n est pas parfait.
mais comme il le dit lui meme s il s est engage polotiquement c est pour la liberte de son peuple.
le tibet etait une theocratie mais qui n avait jamais connu de famine et qui etait respecuteuse de l environement meme si le peuple n etait pas aussi libre que l on aime a se croire en occident c etait un peuple heureux.
depuis l invasion chinoise, plus d un millions de tibetains sont morts plus de 6000 monasteres ont ete detruit, des cas de torture sont generalement rapporte ainsi que de violations des droits de l homme au tibet. le dalai lama l a toujours dit le jour ou les tibetains vivront en paix et libre dans leur pays ( ce qui n exclu pas un protectorat de la chine) il se retirerait du champs politique pour redevenir qu un simple moine.
la chine a propose un remede au feodalisme pire que le mal et maintenant elle en est fiere.
Cuando no puedas correr trota, cuando no puedas trotar camina, cuando no puedas caminar usa el bastón pero nunca te detengas Mother Theresa
Bonjour shagma,
Je vous remercie pour votre intervention, dont je partage le contenu.
Vous avez raison, nul n'est parfait en ce monde...et la libération d'un peuple coûte parfois cher.
Je suis pour la démocratie ainsi que les droits de la personne.
Je pars en Chine-Japon-Taiwan pour 6 semaines, dans quelques jours.
Je n'ai plus de temps pour aborder ce sujet.
Je n'émettrai aucun autre commentaire sur le post en titre.
Je suivrai le débat si je le peux d'où je serai.
Bonne Continuation!
isis03
il est toujours facile de faire croire qu on a une carotte et de se retirer par la suite. il est vrai que le comportement du dalai lama qui reste un homme n est pas parfait. mais comme il le dit lui meme s il s est engage polotiquement c est pour la liberte de son peuple. le tibet etait une theocratie mais qui n avait jamais connu de famine et qui etait respecuteuse de l environement meme si le peuple n etait pas aussi libre que l on aime a se croire en occident c etait un peuple heureux. depuis l invasion chinoise, plus d un millions de tibetains sont morts plus de 6000 monasteres ont ete detruit, des cas de torture sont generalement rapporte ainsi que de violations des droits de l homme au tibet. le dalai lama l a toujours dit le jour ou les tibetains vivront en paix et libre dans leur pays ( ce qui n exclu pas un protectorat de la chine) il se retirerait du champs politique pour redevenir qu un simple moine. la chine a propose un remede au feodalisme pire que le mal et maintenant elle en est fiere.
Je vous remercie pour votre intervention, dont je partage le contenu.
Vous avez raison, nul n'est parfait en ce monde...et la libération d'un peuple coûte parfois cher.
Je suis pour la démocratie ainsi que les droits de la personne.
Je pars en Chine-Japon-Taiwan pour 6 semaines, dans quelques jours.
Je n'ai plus de temps pour aborder ce sujet.
Je n'émettrai aucun autre commentaire sur le post en titre.
Je suivrai le débat si je le peux d'où je serai.
Bonne Continuation!
isis03
il est toujours facile de faire croire qu on a une carotte et de se retirer par la suite. il est vrai que le comportement du dalai lama qui reste un homme n est pas parfait. mais comme il le dit lui meme s il s est engage polotiquement c est pour la liberte de son peuple. le tibet etait une theocratie mais qui n avait jamais connu de famine et qui etait respecuteuse de l environement meme si le peuple n etait pas aussi libre que l on aime a se croire en occident c etait un peuple heureux. depuis l invasion chinoise, plus d un millions de tibetains sont morts plus de 6000 monasteres ont ete detruit, des cas de torture sont generalement rapporte ainsi que de violations des droits de l homme au tibet. le dalai lama l a toujours dit le jour ou les tibetains vivront en paix et libre dans leur pays ( ce qui n exclu pas un protectorat de la chine) il se retirerait du champs politique pour redevenir qu un simple moine. la chine a propose un remede au feodalisme pire que le mal et maintenant elle en est fiere.
" Ce que nous sommes n'est rien, ce que nous cherchons est tout." (Friedrich Holderlin)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
Bonjour shagma,
Pour votre information et pour tous ceux qui se sentent concernés :
Les dernières nouvelles de la BBC NEWS, concernant le Dalaï Lama:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/...-pacific/7050258.stm
US Dalai Lama award angers China
The Dalai Lama received the Congressional Gold Medal China has stepped up a row with the US over its decision to award the Dalai Lama one of its highest honours, by summoning the US ambassador to protest.
The US has "gravely undermined" ties with Beijing by giving him the Congressional Gold Medal, China said.
The exiled Tibetan spiritual leader has lived in India since a failed uprising against Chinese rule in 1959.
Beijing has long argued that he is seeking to destroy China's sovereignty by pushing for independence for Tibet.
'Blatant interference'
On Wednesday the Dalai Lama met US President George Bush in Washington to receive his award - the highest civilian honour Congress can give.
President Bush called on China to open talks with the Buddhist figurehead, calling him a "universal symbol of peace and tolerance".
CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL Top US civilian award Originally awarded to soldiers for achievement in battle, but became civilian award with introduction of Medal of Honor First awarded in 1776 to General George Washington Two-third majority required to approve each candidate Each medal uniquely designed and created by the US Mint Over 100 medals awarded Previous winners include Mother Teresa, Nelson Mandela Tony Blair, Winston Churchill and Pope John Paul II
The timing was particularly sensitive as China is currently holding its five-yearly Communist Party Congress, where it announces its agenda for the future and chooses new senior leaders.
"The move of the United States is a blatant interference in China's internal affairs, " said Foreign Ministry spokesman Liu Jianchao.
Mr Liu said the ministry had summoned ambassador Clark T Randt to express "strong protest to the US government" over the issue.
He urged the US to take concrete steps to protect Sino-US relations.
US politicians regularly accuse Beijing of turning a blind eye to rights abuses in Burma and Sudan in its pursuit of energy and business deals.
Recently, world leaders have grown more vocal in their concern for human rights in Tibet.
In September, German Chancellor Angela Merkel met the Dalai Lama, incurring Beijing's wrath.
The Tibetan leader has also met Austrian Chancellor Alfred Gusenbauer and Australian Prime Minister John Howard this year, and is due to meet Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper later this month.
China was outraged when Canada granted the Dalai Lama honorary citizenship last year.
Ce dossier m'intéresse et je me tiens informée.
Au Plaisir!
isis03
Pour votre information et pour tous ceux qui se sentent concernés :
Les dernières nouvelles de la BBC NEWS, concernant le Dalaï Lama:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/...-pacific/7050258.stm
US Dalai Lama award angers China
The Dalai Lama received the Congressional Gold Medal China has stepped up a row with the US over its decision to award the Dalai Lama one of its highest honours, by summoning the US ambassador to protest.
The US has "gravely undermined" ties with Beijing by giving him the Congressional Gold Medal, China said.
The exiled Tibetan spiritual leader has lived in India since a failed uprising against Chinese rule in 1959.
Beijing has long argued that he is seeking to destroy China's sovereignty by pushing for independence for Tibet.
'Blatant interference'
On Wednesday the Dalai Lama met US President George Bush in Washington to receive his award - the highest civilian honour Congress can give.
President Bush called on China to open talks with the Buddhist figurehead, calling him a "universal symbol of peace and tolerance".
CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL Top US civilian award Originally awarded to soldiers for achievement in battle, but became civilian award with introduction of Medal of Honor First awarded in 1776 to General George Washington Two-third majority required to approve each candidate Each medal uniquely designed and created by the US Mint Over 100 medals awarded Previous winners include Mother Teresa, Nelson Mandela Tony Blair, Winston Churchill and Pope John Paul II
The timing was particularly sensitive as China is currently holding its five-yearly Communist Party Congress, where it announces its agenda for the future and chooses new senior leaders.
"The move of the United States is a blatant interference in China's internal affairs, " said Foreign Ministry spokesman Liu Jianchao.
Mr Liu said the ministry had summoned ambassador Clark T Randt to express "strong protest to the US government" over the issue.
He urged the US to take concrete steps to protect Sino-US relations.
US politicians regularly accuse Beijing of turning a blind eye to rights abuses in Burma and Sudan in its pursuit of energy and business deals.
Recently, world leaders have grown more vocal in their concern for human rights in Tibet.
In September, German Chancellor Angela Merkel met the Dalai Lama, incurring Beijing's wrath.
The Tibetan leader has also met Austrian Chancellor Alfred Gusenbauer and Australian Prime Minister John Howard this year, and is due to meet Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper later this month.
China was outraged when Canada granted the Dalai Lama honorary citizenship last year.Ce dossier m'intéresse et je me tiens informée.
Au Plaisir!
isis03
" Ce que nous sommes n'est rien, ce que nous cherchons est tout." (Friedrich Holderlin)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
Bonjour Shagma,
Pour votre information seulement:
http://archives.radio-canada.ca/IDD-0-9-2209/guerres_conflits/dalailama_tibet/
Au Plaisir!
isis03
Pour votre information seulement:
http://archives.radio-canada.ca/IDD-0-9-2209/guerres_conflits/dalailama_tibet/
Au Plaisir!
isis03
" Ce que nous sommes n'est rien, ce que nous cherchons est tout." (Friedrich Holderlin)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
"Il y a tant dans le monde pour chacun de nous si seulement nous avons des yeux pour voir, un coeur pour aimer et les mains pour accueillir ce qui s'offre à nous." (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
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Hi,
July 2026: I’m writing to you from Dali.
First, I got scammed on Booking—AI-retouched photos. No tourists at this hotel (Yishanju Designer Hotel), and the reality was horrible: dirty, with a disgusting breakfast. It’s better to use Trip.com here.
Next, the old town was an infernal cacophony, packed with tourists who shoved past without a care. Some vendors harassed you to buy things. All the stalls sold the same cheap plastic junk or other uninteresting stuff. The beautiful scenery was ruined by vendors lining 100% of the alleys. Impossible to walk, crushing heat, nothing good to eat except fresh fruit. Horrible experience.
Day 2: We went to Cangshan Mountain by cable car—the ride was short and nothing spectacular. We were at 2,600 m.
My plan was to see Erhai Lake. Unfortunately, I followed the advice of an AI chatbot: take the boat at Langkan Dock. The Didi dropped us off in the nearest area, which was full of charming little alleys but packed with Chinese tourists. The three-wheeled yellow cabs zoomed through the narrow streets, forcing you to hug the walls, on top of the scooters and other pedestrians to deal with. Crossing the neighborhood was hellish and suffocating. Once out, we hit the "corniche," which was also packed with Chinese tourists. The lake’s edge was all pebbles, and everyone was standing around taking photos. I was with my 5-year-old son. I would’ve liked to sit down and let him play with stones by the water, but it was clear we didn’t belong. They were even shoving each other for a shot! There were no boats in sight. In short, we’d had enough, and there was nothing interesting there either.
On the way back, we had to cross that maze again under the scorching sun. My son was braver than me—I even had a little dizzy spell from all the chaos. Add to that Dali’s altitude (2,200 m), so altitude insomnia, fatigue, and vulnerability during the day...
The restaurants weren’t inviting—the staff served sticky rice in a little bucket. The dishes were wrapped, and you had to figure it out yourself. After that, they ignored you completely, even if you were the only tourist.
On the 3rd day, it was time to leave for Shaxi. I hope to see beautiful villages. But honestly, I’m exhausted by this atmosphere where everything is complicated, communication is never smooth, noise is everywhere, and the behavior of some Chinese people is abusive...
Silver lining: not a drop of rain in 4 days and blue skies.
I couldn’t visit the villages in southern Yunnan because of rain and storms there... But I was expecting to see a few more tourists.
I couldn’t visit the villages in southern Yunnan because of rain and storms there... But I was expecting to see a few more tourists.
Hi,
Great article that really captures what makes South Korea so appealing!
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Hello,
We’re planning a 17-day trip to South Korea in October 2026 with my husband and our daughters, who’ll be 9 years old.
I’d love to get your thoughts on our draft itinerary.
First, some key details:
1/ Jeju Island is a must for us. I’ve personally dreamed of going there for years after reading a novel about it. 2/ Our girls are used to road-trip style travel since they were born, so this kind of trip won’t be an issue for them. 3/ We plan to travel by train, except on Jeju where we’ll rent a car (we already have an international driver’s permit).
Itinerary:
Seoul: 1 arrival day at 10 AM + 4 full days Gyeongju: 2 days Busan: 3 days Jeju: 4 days Seoul: 2 days
Thanks for your feedback! Have a great day,
Sabrina
We’re planning a 17-day trip to South Korea in October 2026 with my husband and our daughters, who’ll be 9 years old.
I’d love to get your thoughts on our draft itinerary.
First, some key details:
1/ Jeju Island is a must for us. I’ve personally dreamed of going there for years after reading a novel about it. 2/ Our girls are used to road-trip style travel since they were born, so this kind of trip won’t be an issue for them. 3/ We plan to travel by train, except on Jeju where we’ll rent a car (we already have an international driver’s permit).
Itinerary:
Seoul: 1 arrival day at 10 AM + 4 full days Gyeongju: 2 days Busan: 3 days Jeju: 4 days Seoul: 2 days
Thanks for your feedback! Have a great day,
Sabrina
Hi there,
My girlfriend (23) and I (24) are heading to Japan for the first time from October 20th to November 6th. Here’s our itinerary:
6 nights in Tokyo 1 night in Hakone (ryokan already booked) 4 nights in Kyoto (hotel already booked) 2 nights in Osaka 4 nights back in Tokyo I’d like to book hotels for Tokyo (both stays) and Osaka, but I’ve gotten so many different recommendations.
I’ve read that Shinjuku is the place to be for its huge hub, accessibility, and things to do, but I’ve also heard about Shibuya, Asakusa, and Ueno. I’ve looked at hotels, and first off, I’m surprised by the prices compared to what I’ve seen on forums (I guess inflation’s hit here too… and maybe I’m late to the booking game?). I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the options.
For our first stay in Tokyo, I’d prefer a hotel (not a residence or Airbnb) since we’ll be arriving at night, and it’s our first time in Japan. It’d be great to have a place with a reception, staff who speak at least a little English, and can give us some guidance. For the second stay, we could consider other options if it’s better. Budget-wise, we can go up to 150–180 € per night, but if we can save some money to spend elsewhere, that’d be amazing!
I’m open to all recommendations, hotel suggestions, or any other tips for Tokyo (first stay), Osaka, and Tokyo (second stay).
Thanks so much!
6 nights in Tokyo 1 night in Hakone (ryokan already booked) 4 nights in Kyoto (hotel already booked) 2 nights in Osaka 4 nights back in Tokyo I’d like to book hotels for Tokyo (both stays) and Osaka, but I’ve gotten so many different recommendations.
I’ve read that Shinjuku is the place to be for its huge hub, accessibility, and things to do, but I’ve also heard about Shibuya, Asakusa, and Ueno. I’ve looked at hotels, and first off, I’m surprised by the prices compared to what I’ve seen on forums (I guess inflation’s hit here too… and maybe I’m late to the booking game?). I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the options.
For our first stay in Tokyo, I’d prefer a hotel (not a residence or Airbnb) since we’ll be arriving at night, and it’s our first time in Japan. It’d be great to have a place with a reception, staff who speak at least a little English, and can give us some guidance. For the second stay, we could consider other options if it’s better. Budget-wise, we can go up to 150–180 € per night, but if we can save some money to spend elsewhere, that’d be amazing!
I’m open to all recommendations, hotel suggestions, or any other tips for Tokyo (first stay), Osaka, and Tokyo (second stay).
Thanks so much!
Hi there,
I’d like to do this cycling route over 2 or 3 days. I’m struggling to figure out and find a (good) bike rental that lets me start in Onomichi and drop off in Imabari. Can anyone help with great tips for rentals and accommodations along the route? How do I get back to Onomichi afterward?
Hi there.
I’m traveling solo to China in October '26, heading to these spots:
Guilin - Yangshuo - Chengdu – Leshan – Chongqing – Zhangjiajie - Furong – Shanghai
Any guides you’d recommend?
Tons of "agencies" (gowithguide, Hellechinaguide, etc.) offer guides. Can I reach out to them? I also speak English.
Any other tips for me?
Thanks! !
Guilin - Yangshuo - Chengdu – Leshan – Chongqing – Zhangjiajie - Furong – Shanghai
Any guides you’d recommend?
Tons of "agencies" (gowithguide, Hellechinaguide, etc.) offer guides. Can I reach out to them? I also speak English.
Any other tips for me?
Thanks! !
Hello,
We’re flying to China in a few days for a four-week trip—our first time in this fascinating country! 🇨🇳
We’ll be sharing our adventure live on our travel journal, with photos and daily updates. Our itinerary, though classic, will let us discover the wonders of this vast country:
- Beijing (6 nights) - Zhangjiajie (5 nights) - Fenghuang (2 nights) - Longji (4 nights) - Yangshuo (5 nights) - Shanghai (4 nights)
We’re flying to China in a few days for a four-week trip—our first time in this fascinating country! 🇨🇳
We’ll be sharing our adventure live on our travel journal, with photos and daily updates. Our itinerary, though classic, will let us discover the wonders of this vast country:
- Beijing (6 nights) - Zhangjiajie (5 nights) - Fenghuang (2 nights) - Longji (4 nights) - Yangshuo (5 nights) - Shanghai (4 nights)
Hi there,
I’m starting to look at neighborhoods in Seoul, and I’m leaning toward staying in a hotel in Insa-Dong—I’ve spotted one really close to Unhyeongung. Is this a good area—nice and convenient for exploring the city?
Otherwise, I’ve also found another hotel in Yongsan-Gu, right near the station of the same name. Is that station useful for getting around Seoul?
Since I’ll be in South Korea for nearly two months, I plan to spend at least a week in Seoul to recover from jet lag (it takes me a while to adjust...). So, I’d love a neighborhood that’s pleasant and a hotel not too far from a subway station.
Thanks in advance!
I’m starting to look at neighborhoods in Seoul, and I’m leaning toward staying in a hotel in Insa-Dong—I’ve spotted one really close to Unhyeongung. Is this a good area—nice and convenient for exploring the city?
Otherwise, I’ve also found another hotel in Yongsan-Gu, right near the station of the same name. Is that station useful for getting around Seoul?
Since I’ll be in South Korea for nearly two months, I plan to spend at least a week in Seoul to recover from jet lag (it takes me a while to adjust...). So, I’d love a neighborhood that’s pleasant and a hotel not too far from a subway station.
Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
I’m getting ready for a classic tourist trip to China in May 2026.
The "Terres Lointaines" itinerary looks good to me, and the price is interesting.
Has anyone traveled with them before? Any feedback?
Is there a better option?
Thanks so much for sharing your experiences on this!
Michel
hi, does anyone have suggestions or contacts for a private local driver without going through a big travel agency for a multi-day trip in Yunnan?
thanks for any info
thanks for any info
Hi there,
I just booked my hotel in Seoul—it’ll be near Unhyeongung, on Samil-Daero 30-Gil—and I’m wondering if there’s public transport from the airport to this address (bus or subway)? If not, what’s the taxi fare? I read it’s around 50 or 60 €.
I just booked my hotel in Seoul—it’ll be near Unhyeongung, on Samil-Daero 30-Gil—and I’m wondering if there’s public transport from the airport to this address (bus or subway)? If not, what’s the taxi fare? I read it’s around 50 or 60 €.
I’m traveling to Japan with a young adult with autism (ASD) from July 28 to August 8, following a pretty classic route: Osaka, Hiroshima, Kyoto, and Tokyo. I’m looking for a schedule of the most spectacular fireworks displays during that time. So far, the dates for the major *hanabi* events aren’t available online yet. If anyone has them, I’d really appreciate it if you could share!
Hi there,
We’ll be doing a self-drive trip using public transport in May 2026.
On Day 6, we’ll arrive in Hakone by train from Tokyo in late morning. We’ll spend the night in Hakone before heading to Kyoto.
The main goal of this stop is clearly the view (no hiking) of Mount Fuji, not so much exploring Hakone, where the sights seem limited. I’ve read on the forum that the view is great from Gotemba, but it also takes a good hour by bus to get there. And, apart from that view, there’s nothing else to see in Gotemba!
So, I’m not sure what to choose. Any thoughts? Or alternatives to suggest? Maybe some spots in Hakone or Gotemba for a great view?
Thanks in advance.
We’ll be doing a self-drive trip using public transport in May 2026.
On Day 6, we’ll arrive in Hakone by train from Tokyo in late morning. We’ll spend the night in Hakone before heading to Kyoto.
The main goal of this stop is clearly the view (no hiking) of Mount Fuji, not so much exploring Hakone, where the sights seem limited. I’ve read on the forum that the view is great from Gotemba, but it also takes a good hour by bus to get there. And, apart from that view, there’s nothing else to see in Gotemba!
So, I’m not sure what to choose. Any thoughts? Or alternatives to suggest? Maybe some spots in Hakone or Gotemba for a great view?
Thanks in advance.
Hi everyone, I’m Julien!
This summer, from late June to late July, I’m planning a one-month solo trip to Japan—my first time!
I’d love to hear your thoughts and advice on the itinerary I’ve put together to explore this amazing country.
Here are the routes I’m considering:
**Option 1: More mountain and nature-focused**
Tokyo: 8 nights, with day trips to Nikko and maybe the Izu Peninsula Kawaguchiko (Lake Kawaguchi/Mt. Fuji): 1 night. The place looks stunning, but I’m worried Mt. Fuji might not be visible due to the weather Kyoto: 6–7 nights (including a trip to Nara) Osaka: 1–2 nights, where I’d like to drop off my things to make the Kumano Kodo easier Kumano Kodo: 3 nights—an experience I haven’t seen much elsewhere, but I thought it sounded really interesting Hiroshima: 2 nights Miyajima: 1 night Takayama: 3 days Kanazawa: 3 days (From what I understand, the Osaka–Takayama–Kanazawa–Tokyo route is convenient for transport) Tokyo: 1 night (return)
**Option 2: More varied but a bit vague in parts**
Tokyo: 8 nights Kyoto: 7 nights (+ Nara) Osaka: 2 nights Kobe + Himeji: just passing through—I’m not sure if it’s worth a night Naoshima: 1 night—still pretty unclear for me Takamatsu: 2 nights. An interesting city, but I’m not sure how long to stay Shimanami Kaido: biking from Imabari to Onomichi, then heading to Hiroshima Hiroshima: 2 nights Miyajima: 1 night Kyushu road trip (Aso + onsens + Fukuoka): 5 nights (also pretty vague—I could fly from Fukuoka back to Tokyo) Tokyo: 1 night
**Option 3: More balanced/simplified**
Tokyo: 8 nights Kawaguchiko: 1 night Kyoto: 7 nights (+ Nara) Osaka: 2 nights Koya-san: 1 night Kumano Kodo: 3 nights Takayama: 3 nights Kanazawa: 3 nights Tokyo: 1 night
A few key points: I haven’t made any reservations yet, except for the flight tickets. I know my plans are too packed and will need to be adjusted. I’m specifically looking for advice on which stops to cut or shorten.
Here are the routes I’m considering:
**Option 1: More mountain and nature-focused**
Tokyo: 8 nights, with day trips to Nikko and maybe the Izu Peninsula Kawaguchiko (Lake Kawaguchi/Mt. Fuji): 1 night. The place looks stunning, but I’m worried Mt. Fuji might not be visible due to the weather Kyoto: 6–7 nights (including a trip to Nara) Osaka: 1–2 nights, where I’d like to drop off my things to make the Kumano Kodo easier Kumano Kodo: 3 nights—an experience I haven’t seen much elsewhere, but I thought it sounded really interesting Hiroshima: 2 nights Miyajima: 1 night Takayama: 3 days Kanazawa: 3 days (From what I understand, the Osaka–Takayama–Kanazawa–Tokyo route is convenient for transport) Tokyo: 1 night (return)
**Option 2: More varied but a bit vague in parts**
Tokyo: 8 nights Kyoto: 7 nights (+ Nara) Osaka: 2 nights Kobe + Himeji: just passing through—I’m not sure if it’s worth a night Naoshima: 1 night—still pretty unclear for me Takamatsu: 2 nights. An interesting city, but I’m not sure how long to stay Shimanami Kaido: biking from Imabari to Onomichi, then heading to Hiroshima Hiroshima: 2 nights Miyajima: 1 night Kyushu road trip (Aso + onsens + Fukuoka): 5 nights (also pretty vague—I could fly from Fukuoka back to Tokyo) Tokyo: 1 night
**Option 3: More balanced/simplified**
Tokyo: 8 nights Kawaguchiko: 1 night Kyoto: 7 nights (+ Nara) Osaka: 2 nights Koya-san: 1 night Kumano Kodo: 3 nights Takayama: 3 nights Kanazawa: 3 nights Tokyo: 1 night
A few key points: I haven’t made any reservations yet, except for the flight tickets. I know my plans are too packed and will need to be adjusted. I’m specifically looking for advice on which stops to cut or shorten.
Hello everyone,
Like Cedric13600, I’ve booked a flight ticket for 30 days / 29 nights in September 2026, from Beijing to Shanghai. We’re a couple in our sixties who love independent road trips.
I’d like to draw inspiration from the following private itinerary suggested by a travel agency:
Day 1: Arrival in Beijing Day 2 to 4: Beijing Day 5: Datong Day 6 & 7: Pingyao Day 8 to 10: Xi'an Day 11: Luoyang Day 12: Dengfeng flight Day 13 & 14: Chongqing flight Day 15 & 16: Lijiang Day 17: Dali Day 18: Kunming Day 19: Jianshui Day 20 & 21: Yuanyang Day 22: Travel via Guilin Day 23 & 24: Yangshuo Day 25: Guilin Day 26 & 27: Zhangjiajie flight Day 28 & 29: Shanghai Day 30: Departure from Shanghai
But to do this itinerary independently: 1. This schedule seems very ambitious to me—what do you think? 2. If it’s too packed, what would you remove as a priority? Thanks so much in advance for your help.
Day 1: Arrival in Beijing Day 2 to 4: Beijing Day 5: Datong Day 6 & 7: Pingyao Day 8 to 10: Xi'an Day 11: Luoyang Day 12: Dengfeng flight Day 13 & 14: Chongqing flight Day 15 & 16: Lijiang Day 17: Dali Day 18: Kunming Day 19: Jianshui Day 20 & 21: Yuanyang Day 22: Travel via Guilin Day 23 & 24: Yangshuo Day 25: Guilin Day 26 & 27: Zhangjiajie flight Day 28 & 29: Shanghai Day 30: Departure from Shanghai
But to do this itinerary independently: 1. This schedule seems very ambitious to me—what do you think? 2. If it’s too packed, what would you remove as a priority? Thanks so much in advance for your help.
Hello everyone,
I’m planning a 5-week trip between Yunnan and Sichuan from mid-October to the end of November 2026: Arriving in Kunming, I’ll do a loop in the far south of Yunnan via Thonghai, Jhiansu, Zhemi, Yuanyang, Nafa, Jinping, Mengzi, and Shilin (visiting markets, villages, and hiking), then head to northern Yunnan/southern Sichuan on the same theme (passing through Kunming again) via Dongchuan, Huize, Qiaojia, Puge, Xichang, Lanba, Butuo, Huolie, Dimo, Riha, Niuniuba, Meigu, Mabian, and Leshan, before arriving in Chengdu (where I’ll take my return flight to Paris). This would be a trip with a strong ethnic/rural focus. Since I’ve never traveled in China, I’d love to hear your thoughts on doing this solo. Are there public transport options in the region? What tips do you have for traveling through this area as smoothly and enjoyably as possible? I’ve done quite a bit of backpacking in the mountains of northern Vietnam and really enjoyed using local motorbike drivers. Is something like that available in this region (through local tourist agencies or hotels)?
What should I be cautious about? Are local tourist agencies (or hotels) offering tours and guides reliable? If you know of any specialized sites sharing tips or experiences, or names of local agencies, hotels, etc., please don’t hesitate to share them! :)
In short, all your advice (on any topic that comes to mind!) is very welcome. Thanks so much!
I’m planning a 5-week trip between Yunnan and Sichuan from mid-October to the end of November 2026: Arriving in Kunming, I’ll do a loop in the far south of Yunnan via Thonghai, Jhiansu, Zhemi, Yuanyang, Nafa, Jinping, Mengzi, and Shilin (visiting markets, villages, and hiking), then head to northern Yunnan/southern Sichuan on the same theme (passing through Kunming again) via Dongchuan, Huize, Qiaojia, Puge, Xichang, Lanba, Butuo, Huolie, Dimo, Riha, Niuniuba, Meigu, Mabian, and Leshan, before arriving in Chengdu (where I’ll take my return flight to Paris). This would be a trip with a strong ethnic/rural focus. Since I’ve never traveled in China, I’d love to hear your thoughts on doing this solo. Are there public transport options in the region? What tips do you have for traveling through this area as smoothly and enjoyably as possible? I’ve done quite a bit of backpacking in the mountains of northern Vietnam and really enjoyed using local motorbike drivers. Is something like that available in this region (through local tourist agencies or hotels)?
What should I be cautious about? Are local tourist agencies (or hotels) offering tours and guides reliable? If you know of any specialized sites sharing tips or experiences, or names of local agencies, hotels, etc., please don’t hesitate to share them! :)
In short, all your advice (on any topic that comes to mind!) is very welcome. Thanks so much!
Hi,
While researching South Korea, I came across the term "templestay," which refers to a Korean program that lets you stay in a traditional temple to discover Buddhism and Korean culture by living like the temple residents and doing activities like making lanterns. A templestay isn’t just for foreign tourists—on the booking site, I saw that some temples are more geared toward foreigners, with English-speaking monks.
I was wondering if it’s still worth it, especially in temples where the monks don’t speak English?
While researching South Korea, I came across the term "templestay," which refers to a Korean program that lets you stay in a traditional temple to discover Buddhism and Korean culture by living like the temple residents and doing activities like making lanterns. A templestay isn’t just for foreign tourists—on the booking site, I saw that some temples are more geared toward foreigners, with English-speaking monks.
I was wondering if it’s still worth it, especially in temples where the monks don’t speak English?
I'm 69 years old and heading to China, where most tourist sites are free or discounted for me. However, trip.com either refuses to let me book because the sites are free or doesn’t apply the discount. Does WeChat apply this discount if I book through them? How can I just reserve without paying and pay on-site? Is that possible?
How do I upload my passport to WeChat?
Thanks for your tips. Elisabeth
How do I upload my passport to WeChat?
Thanks for your tips. Elisabeth
Hi there,
I’d love to get some feedback on our 30-day / 29-night itinerary in China. We’ll be there in September as a family with two kids (6 and 10 years old). Do you think I should cut a few nights between Wulingyuan (Avatar Mountain) and Yangshuo? I’ve planned 15 nights total there. We’ll be on a round-the-world trip starting May 2026 and will need to do schoolwork with the kids. Hoping to fit it in during train rides!! Ever since I started planning this China itinerary, I’ve been discovering completely mind-blowing places I’d never heard of before—30 days feels way too short for China!!!
Here’s our itinerary:
Beijing - 4 nights Forbidden City Great Wall of China Temple of Heaven
Xi’an - 3 nights Terracotta Army Muslim Quarter & Great Mosque
Chengdu - 3 nights Zoo - Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding Wenshu Yuan Temple
Wulingyuan (Avatar Mountain) - 3 nights "Avatar Mountains"
Zhangjiajie - 2 nights Tianmen Mountain
Furong Town - 2 nights
Fenghuang - 2 nights
Guilin - 2 nights Chuanshan Park Guilin Yaoshan Scenic Attraction Reed Flute Cave
Yangshuo - 4 nights Biking along the Yulong River Moon Hill Ruyi Peak Xianggong Hill
Shanghai - 4 nights Shanghai Disneyland Yu Garden / Yuyuan Garden Yuyuan Bazaar
Thanks! Cédric
I’d love to get some feedback on our 30-day / 29-night itinerary in China. We’ll be there in September as a family with two kids (6 and 10 years old). Do you think I should cut a few nights between Wulingyuan (Avatar Mountain) and Yangshuo? I’ve planned 15 nights total there. We’ll be on a round-the-world trip starting May 2026 and will need to do schoolwork with the kids. Hoping to fit it in during train rides!! Ever since I started planning this China itinerary, I’ve been discovering completely mind-blowing places I’d never heard of before—30 days feels way too short for China!!!
Here’s our itinerary:
Beijing - 4 nights Forbidden City Great Wall of China Temple of Heaven
Xi’an - 3 nights Terracotta Army Muslim Quarter & Great Mosque
Chengdu - 3 nights Zoo - Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding Wenshu Yuan Temple
Wulingyuan (Avatar Mountain) - 3 nights "Avatar Mountains"
Zhangjiajie - 2 nights Tianmen Mountain
Furong Town - 2 nights
Fenghuang - 2 nights
Guilin - 2 nights Chuanshan Park Guilin Yaoshan Scenic Attraction Reed Flute Cave
Yangshuo - 4 nights Biking along the Yulong River Moon Hill Ruyi Peak Xianggong Hill
Shanghai - 4 nights Shanghai Disneyland Yu Garden / Yuyuan Garden Yuyuan Bazaar
Thanks! Cédric
Hi there,
We just got back from a 2-week trip to China as a couple, and before we left, the budget was the hardest thing to picture concretely. We found plenty of info on visas, apps, transport, and itineraries, but way fewer detailed breakdowns of what you *actually* spend on the ground.
So, we took the time to share our real budget for 14 days. In our case, we spent around 1,800 € per person, with a big chunk of that going toward round-trip flights at about 600 € per person. We were also pretty surprised by how affordable China can be once you’re there—transport is often cheap, and a lot of everyday expenses stay reasonable.
The trickiest part, in the end, was figuring out how to pay while you’re there, since it’s not always obvious if you’re not prepared. But once everything’s set up and you get the hang of it, it’s really smooth.
If this can help other travelers get a better idea before they go, we’ve broken it all down here:
https://aventures-sans-mesaventure.com/budget-2-semaines-de-voyage-en-chine/
Happy travels and enjoy your adventure! Hélia
Happy travels and enjoy your adventure! Hélia
Hi everyone,
I’ve been planning several itineraries for a trip to Japan with my wife but would love your insights before we start booking!
In short, we want to go during Golden Week, see late-blooming cherry trees, and have the freedom to get around with a rental car.
Here’s the plan:
18-day itinerary in Japan (April 25 → May 12)
Goal: freedom, late cherry blossoms, culture & nature
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Days 1–3: Tokyo (April 25–27) Arrival and adjustment (no car needed yet). Neighborhoods to visit: Shinjuku, Asakusa, Meiji Jingu, Shibuya, Odaiba. Suggested activities: Ghibli Museum, Sumida River cruise, izakaya meals. Late cherry blossoms (yaezakura) possible at Shinjuku Gyoen. Pick up the rental car on the morning of April 27.
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Days 4–5: Mount Fuji & Hakone (April 27–28) Route: Tokyo → Kawaguchiko/Hakone (~2 h).
Activities: Lake Kawaguchi, Chureito Pagoda (Fuji views + late cherry blossoms) Onsen baths, Hakone Open-Air Museum. Stay: ryokan with onsen and views of Mount Fuji.
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Days 6–7: Takayama & Shirakawa-go (April 29–30) Route: Hakone → Takayama (~4 h).
Activities: Preserved old town, sake breweries, UNESCO village of Shirakawa-go. Stay: traditional minshuku (thatched-roof house). Cherry blossoms are finishing at this altitude — beautiful mountain/nature contrasts. ---
Days 8–10: Kyoto & Nara (May 1–3) Route: Takayama → Kyoto (~4 h 30).
Activities in Kyoto: Fushimi Inari (red torii gates), Golden Pavilion, Arashiyama, Gion (geisha district).
Day trip to Nara: Free-roaming deer in Nara Park, Todai-ji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine. Stay: Kyoto (3 nights).
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Day 11: Osaka or Himeji (May 4) Route: Kyoto → Osaka (~1 h) or Himeji (~1 h 30).
Option 1: Osaka → modern vibe, street food, castle. Option 2: Himeji → stunning UNESCO-listed castle. Stay: Osaka.
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Days 12–13: Kanazawa (May 5–6) Route: Osaka → Kanazawa (~4 h 30).
Activities: Kenroku-en Garden (gorgeous in spring), Omicho Market, samurai district. Stay: Kanazawa.
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Days 14–15: Northern Japan – Aomori / Hirosaki (May 7–8) Route: Kanazawa → Aomori (~7 h, possible to break via Sendai).
Activities: Hirosaki Castle Park (peak bloom early May). Northern onsen (e.g., Sukayu). Stay: Hirosaki or Aomori.
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Days 16–17: Nikko (May 9–10) Route: Aomori → Nikko (~6 h).
Activities: Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji. Stay: Nikko.
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Day 18: Return to Tokyo & Relax in Kamakura (May 11–12) Route: Nikko → Kamakura (~3 h) → Tokyo (~1 h).
Activities: Great Buddha, Zen temples, seaside at Enoshima. Final night: Tokyo before the return flight.
Thanks in advance for your feedback!
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Days 1–3: Tokyo (April 25–27) Arrival and adjustment (no car needed yet). Neighborhoods to visit: Shinjuku, Asakusa, Meiji Jingu, Shibuya, Odaiba. Suggested activities: Ghibli Museum, Sumida River cruise, izakaya meals. Late cherry blossoms (yaezakura) possible at Shinjuku Gyoen. Pick up the rental car on the morning of April 27.
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Days 4–5: Mount Fuji & Hakone (April 27–28) Route: Tokyo → Kawaguchiko/Hakone (~2 h).
Activities: Lake Kawaguchi, Chureito Pagoda (Fuji views + late cherry blossoms) Onsen baths, Hakone Open-Air Museum. Stay: ryokan with onsen and views of Mount Fuji.
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Days 6–7: Takayama & Shirakawa-go (April 29–30) Route: Hakone → Takayama (~4 h).
Activities: Preserved old town, sake breweries, UNESCO village of Shirakawa-go. Stay: traditional minshuku (thatched-roof house). Cherry blossoms are finishing at this altitude — beautiful mountain/nature contrasts. ---
Days 8–10: Kyoto & Nara (May 1–3) Route: Takayama → Kyoto (~4 h 30).
Activities in Kyoto: Fushimi Inari (red torii gates), Golden Pavilion, Arashiyama, Gion (geisha district).
Day trip to Nara: Free-roaming deer in Nara Park, Todai-ji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine. Stay: Kyoto (3 nights).
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Day 11: Osaka or Himeji (May 4) Route: Kyoto → Osaka (~1 h) or Himeji (~1 h 30).
Option 1: Osaka → modern vibe, street food, castle. Option 2: Himeji → stunning UNESCO-listed castle. Stay: Osaka.
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Days 12–13: Kanazawa (May 5–6) Route: Osaka → Kanazawa (~4 h 30).
Activities: Kenroku-en Garden (gorgeous in spring), Omicho Market, samurai district. Stay: Kanazawa.
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Days 14–15: Northern Japan – Aomori / Hirosaki (May 7–8) Route: Kanazawa → Aomori (~7 h, possible to break via Sendai).
Activities: Hirosaki Castle Park (peak bloom early May). Northern onsen (e.g., Sukayu). Stay: Hirosaki or Aomori.
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Days 16–17: Nikko (May 9–10) Route: Aomori → Nikko (~6 h).
Activities: Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji. Stay: Nikko.
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Day 18: Return to Tokyo & Relax in Kamakura (May 11–12) Route: Nikko → Kamakura (~3 h) → Tokyo (~1 h).
Activities: Great Buddha, Zen temples, seaside at Enoshima. Final night: Tokyo before the return flight.
Thanks in advance for your feedback!
hi! Is it easy to use for paying for all the small purchases at the markets? INSTALLATION AND USE WITHOUT ISSUES—do you also need a VPN for China?
Secondly, for using phone and internet, I have Orange—is it reliable, or should I go with Airalo instead?
Hi there,
The info I found on the forum is a bit outdated, so I’m asking again!
1) What budget should I plan for 15 days, given that hotels with breakfast, transfers, and transport are already paid for? I know it depends on the person, but I’d love a rough idea. For meals, we’re thinking simple street food or small local restaurants.
2) I’ve heard that credit cards (we each have a Revolut + 1 Visa Premier) aren’t widely used and that it’s better to have cash. Can you confirm?
3) Are foreign credit cards still not accepted at bank ATMs? Still 7-Eleven or the Post Office? And what about American Express?
Thanks in advance, Best regards
The info I found on the forum is a bit outdated, so I’m asking again!
1) What budget should I plan for 15 days, given that hotels with breakfast, transfers, and transport are already paid for? I know it depends on the person, but I’d love a rough idea. For meals, we’re thinking simple street food or small local restaurants.
2) I’ve heard that credit cards (we each have a Revolut + 1 Visa Premier) aren’t widely used and that it’s better to have cash. Can you confirm?
3) Are foreign credit cards still not accepted at bank ATMs? Still 7-Eleven or the Post Office? And what about American Express?
Thanks in advance, Best regards
I'm planning a 19-day itinerary in Japan this summer.
For a first trip, Kyoto seems like a must. For the rest, I'm torn between:
- Matsumoto, Takayama, Kanazawa for 5 to 6 days
- Kyoto 4 days
- Nara 2 days
- Koyasan 1 day
- Hakone/Mount Fuji 2 to 3 days
- Tokyo 3 days
Or dedicating the first 6 days to Kyushu.
Maybe there’s less traditional Japan in Kyushu compared to the Japanese Alps? Maybe Kyushu is less crowded? Thanks for your thoughts!
Or dedicating the first 6 days to Kyushu.
Maybe there’s less traditional Japan in Kyushu compared to the Japanese Alps? Maybe Kyushu is less crowded? Thanks for your thoughts!
Hi there!
I’ll be in Hong Kong from December 31 to January 3, 2027.
Any recommendations for things to see or do?
I’ll be staying in the Kowloon district.
I’d love to visit Lantau Island—what’s the best way to get there? And would you recommend buying a skip-the-line ticket for the cable car? Also, is there an entry fee for the Big Buddha?
I’ll be in Hong Kong from December 31 to January 3, 2027.
Any recommendations for things to see or do?
I’ll be staying in the Kowloon district.
I’d love to visit Lantau Island—what’s the best way to get there? And would you recommend buying a skip-the-line ticket for the cable car? Also, is there an entry fee for the Big Buddha?
Hi everyone who’s reading this!
I’m heading to Taiwan soon and would love some up-to-date info on Wi-Fi. From what I’ve gathered, Taiwan offers it for free, but I’ve heard it’s not secure since it’s not protected by a "password." Since I’ve been traveling outside the EU for years without a local SIM card, I only use Wi-Fi in hotels, restaurants, and cafés. For me, that’s more than enough. So, my question is: Do these places secure their Wi-Fi with a "password"? If not, does buying a SIM card or eSIM seem like the only alternative?
Also, if any of you have recommendations for budget-friendly hotels in the main "cities," I’d love to hear them!
Thanks in advance for your replies! !
I’m heading to Taiwan soon and would love some up-to-date info on Wi-Fi. From what I’ve gathered, Taiwan offers it for free, but I’ve heard it’s not secure since it’s not protected by a "password." Since I’ve been traveling outside the EU for years without a local SIM card, I only use Wi-Fi in hotels, restaurants, and cafés. For me, that’s more than enough. So, my question is: Do these places secure their Wi-Fi with a "password"? If not, does buying a SIM card or eSIM seem like the only alternative?
Also, if any of you have recommendations for budget-friendly hotels in the main "cities," I’d love to hear them!
Thanks in advance for your replies! !
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip to China for two at the beginning of April and want to spend 2 nights in the Longji Rice Terraces—either in Dazhai, Tiantouzhaï, or Ping'an. I’ve seen that most of the hotels are made of bamboo, and you can hear every little noise. Since my husband is a very light sleeper, he’d really like to be sure he’ll get a good night’s rest. Can you recommend any quiet, well-soundproofed hotels in the area?
Thanks in advance! !
We’re planning a trip to China for two at the beginning of April and want to spend 2 nights in the Longji Rice Terraces—either in Dazhai, Tiantouzhaï, or Ping'an. I’ve seen that most of the hotels are made of bamboo, and you can hear every little noise. Since my husband is a very light sleeper, he’d really like to be sure he’ll get a good night’s rest. Can you recommend any quiet, well-soundproofed hotels in the area?
Thanks in advance! !
Hello everyone,
I’m reaching out to you because I’m planning our next big trip (Japan is really tempting us for the autumn!) and I have to admit, I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed.
My husband and I have always loved traveling, and at 75, we have no intention of stopping... But I find that everything’s getting so complicated. I try to be "modern" by booking online, but as soon as there’s a problem, we hit a wall.
A friend nearly missed her departure last year because of a visa issue that wasn’t explained properly on a website... and no one to call for help, just automated messages.
It makes me a little nervous to be alone in front of a screen so far away, especially since at our age, we like knowing there’s real support if our health takes a turn while we’re there.
Anyway, I’m tired of seeing my file passed from one person to another without ever having the same contact... Do you know of any small, trustworthy agencies or people who still work the "old-fashioned" way and really look after their clients? I love my independence, but I need a real face behind my project.
Thanks in advance for your advice, and I look forward to reading your replies, Catherine
I’m reaching out to you because I’m planning our next big trip (Japan is really tempting us for the autumn!) and I have to admit, I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed.
My husband and I have always loved traveling, and at 75, we have no intention of stopping... But I find that everything’s getting so complicated. I try to be "modern" by booking online, but as soon as there’s a problem, we hit a wall.
A friend nearly missed her departure last year because of a visa issue that wasn’t explained properly on a website... and no one to call for help, just automated messages.
It makes me a little nervous to be alone in front of a screen so far away, especially since at our age, we like knowing there’s real support if our health takes a turn while we’re there.
Anyway, I’m tired of seeing my file passed from one person to another without ever having the same contact... Do you know of any small, trustworthy agencies or people who still work the "old-fashioned" way and really look after their clients? I love my independence, but I need a real face behind my project.
Thanks in advance for your advice, and I look forward to reading your replies, Catherine
Hi everyone,
I’m planning our trip to Japan from March 21 to April 11, 2026. We’re planning to travel by plane for long distances (Okinawa) and by train for the rest. I’d like to know if renting a car is easy and, most importantly, if driving with road signs written in Japanese isn’t too complicated. For trains, are there any tips to save money?
Thanks for your advice!
I’m planning our trip to Japan from March 21 to April 11, 2026. We’re planning to travel by plane for long distances (Okinawa) and by train for the rest. I’d like to know if renting a car is easy and, most importantly, if driving with road signs written in Japanese isn’t too complicated. For trains, are there any tips to save money?
Thanks for your advice!
hi everyone, and first of all, I wish you all a happy new year and good health!
This coming October or November, we’re planning our first trip to Japan. The only downside is we’ll only have two weeks off.
For this first visit, I’m thinking of sticking to the Kyoto and Osaka area… saving Tokyo for another trip. Do you think that’s a good choice for a first-time visit?
I’ve put together a little itinerary below to get some feedback from those in the know. I’m only counting the days we’re actually there, not travel days.
Day 1: Kyoto Ginkaku-ji – Philosopher’s Path with stops at a few shrines temples Eikan-dō and Nanzen-ji visit to the Samurai Ninja Museum in the late afternoon
Day 2: Kyoto Fushimi Inari (allow 4 hours for the hike through the park) visit to Sanjūsangen-dō temple Shōseien garden participate in a tea ceremony
Day 3: Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera temple stroll through the historic district up to Kennin-ji temple visit Kennin-ji temple Yasaka-jinja shrine and Gion district in the late afternoon return to the hotel via Pontochō Street
Day 4: Kyoto visit Kinkaku-ji and Nijō Castle visit the Imperial Palace gardens end the day in the shopping streets (Shibkyogoku and Teramachi, among others)
Day 5: Kyoto Arashiyama area Togetsukyo Bridge, walk along the river, visit the Bamboo Forest explore the area up to Otagi Nenbutsu-ji temple
Day 6: Kyoto hike from Kibune to Kurama
Day 7: Kyoto day trip to Nara (full day)
Day 8: stroll around Kyoto before heading to Osaka
Day 9: Osaka Katsuo-ji temple, then head to Minoh Falls and hike back via the Minoh Trail end the day in the Osaka Castle area
Day 10: Osaka Himeji Castle and an afternoon in Osaka
Day 11: Osaka Osaka and return to the airport in the late afternoon for the flight home
Do you think this itinerary is doable? Are some days too relaxed or too packed? I was thinking of adding a trip to Lake Biwa and Uji, but in that case, I’d have to cut some things. Are those places worth dropping some of the planned spots? And if so, which ones would you recommend cutting or shortening?
Thanks in advance—I’m all ears for both positive and negative feedback! stephane
This coming October or November, we’re planning our first trip to Japan. The only downside is we’ll only have two weeks off.
For this first visit, I’m thinking of sticking to the Kyoto and Osaka area… saving Tokyo for another trip. Do you think that’s a good choice for a first-time visit?
I’ve put together a little itinerary below to get some feedback from those in the know. I’m only counting the days we’re actually there, not travel days.
Day 1: Kyoto Ginkaku-ji – Philosopher’s Path with stops at a few shrines temples Eikan-dō and Nanzen-ji visit to the Samurai Ninja Museum in the late afternoon
Day 2: Kyoto Fushimi Inari (allow 4 hours for the hike through the park) visit to Sanjūsangen-dō temple Shōseien garden participate in a tea ceremony
Day 3: Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera temple stroll through the historic district up to Kennin-ji temple visit Kennin-ji temple Yasaka-jinja shrine and Gion district in the late afternoon return to the hotel via Pontochō Street
Day 4: Kyoto visit Kinkaku-ji and Nijō Castle visit the Imperial Palace gardens end the day in the shopping streets (Shibkyogoku and Teramachi, among others)
Day 5: Kyoto Arashiyama area Togetsukyo Bridge, walk along the river, visit the Bamboo Forest explore the area up to Otagi Nenbutsu-ji temple
Day 6: Kyoto hike from Kibune to Kurama
Day 7: Kyoto day trip to Nara (full day)
Day 8: stroll around Kyoto before heading to Osaka
Day 9: Osaka Katsuo-ji temple, then head to Minoh Falls and hike back via the Minoh Trail end the day in the Osaka Castle area
Day 10: Osaka Himeji Castle and an afternoon in Osaka
Day 11: Osaka Osaka and return to the airport in the late afternoon for the flight home
Do you think this itinerary is doable? Are some days too relaxed or too packed? I was thinking of adding a trip to Lake Biwa and Uji, but in that case, I’d have to cut some things. Are those places worth dropping some of the planned spots? And if so, which ones would you recommend cutting or shortening?
Thanks in advance—I’m all ears for both positive and negative feedback! stephane